Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.576.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

86-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.